Alpha Markus and Celeste novel Chapter 58

Chapter 58 – Markus
Markus P.O.V.
I wish the Luna ceremony didn’t require the Packhouse to be so full of people. I couldn’t wait for Celeste to be officially recognized as
my Luna, my mate, my partner, but damn it if I didn’t just want to keep her in our bedroom so I could have her all to myself.
All the additional bodies made me uneasy as well. I was still on edge over what happened to Ruby. Atlas was on full alert. Always keeping a link open to Kara so they could communicate. It had been really hard to let her go to the mall but I had kept in constant contact
with Gabriel through text.
Evergreen had arrived and we were going over all of the security measures we had and his suggestions. We went over the security
measures for tomorrow as well, leaving no stone unturned. His new tech would be pricey, but worth every penny. The man was a genius
and a master of his trade. Still, every 5 minutes or so, Danny, Gillian or myself asked the guards for updates via text. I knew they were probably annoyed, but I also knew they took their job seriously and with everything that happened, we were even being sent discreet
pictures of the girls in the stores, looking through dresses. Mind you, Danny wasn’t happy that they refused to share pictures of Maya in
the dress she bought. They insisted that was a breech of trust and were not going to get in the middle of it. I found it quite funny after
he’d been teasing me about not being allowed to see Celeste in her dress.
Now we were waiting for the arrival of the Alphas in my office. The girls were back home and changing for tonight’s dinner. We were
already dressed in slacks and button-down shirts. Alpha Troy is at the gates,’ Brandon, one of my guards, let me know.
Treached
“Show time boys” I said, getting up.’ First guest is at the gate. Could you please come down to greet them with me love? out to Celeste.
‘On my way,’ She answered.
We headed out to the front of the Packhouse. Alpha Troy was a good man. We were distant allies. It would be a good start to the
evening.
Maya and Kelly came down first. Maya went straight to Danny’s side and wrapped her arm around his. Danny’s features instantly lighting up at her in her pretty sundress. Kelly stood next to Gillian in a blue silk shirt and black skirt. I looked back at the door, waiting for my Tuli. I finally saw her coming down the hall and I was mesmerized. She was wearing a white fitted shirt with loose sleeves down to her
elbow, tucked into a red pencil skirt with big black buttons down the sides. She looked spectacular and I just wanted to grab her and
take her back upstairs. She smiled at me as she approached me. As she passed, I saw Maya sniff the air before blushing at realizing she was sniffing. When Celeste joined my side, I wrapped my arm around her waist and turned around to welcome our guest. A faint smell of
apples hit my nose but I assumed it was coming from the kitchen. Probably what Maya was smelling. – Atlas said.
I didn’t have time to respond as Alpha Troy got out of the car. “Alpha Troy! Welcome to Crescent Moon. We’re so glad you could come,” I said.
“Thank you Alpha Markus, for hosting us. Maya! You look a hundred times better than the last time I saw you, my dear. I see you’ve
found your mate. I am glad for you both,” he said.
“Thank you! It’s good to see you again, Alpha Troy.” Maya said, blushing as Danny held her closer.
“And Celeste, considering you were half dead last time I saw you, I’d say you look 1000 times better. Being a Luna suits you, my dear.”
“Thank you Alpha Troy, I’m sorry you met me under those circumstances. I hope this meeting goes better,” she chuckles and I can tell she’s already enchanted the older man. Alpha Troy was approaching 40.
“Alpha Nickolas has arrived!
‘Thank you, let him through’
“Alpha Nickolas is coming. Shall we wait before we head inside? We’re only expecting Council Member Matthias today. The rest won’t
be arriving until tomorrow morning.”
mate, who I knew to be a very shy woman. I was actually surprised to see her here. She usually didn’t travel.
“Celeste, Maya, may I present my mate, Kiara. My dear, these are the two girls I told you about, and I’m sure you remember Daniel,
Gillian and his sister Kelly. We met them at Markus’ Alpha ceremony.”
“Pleasure to meet you Luna, Maya. Thank you for welcoming us into your home,” she said quietly.
“The pleasure is mine. I believe I have Alpha Troy to thank for pushing for Maya and myself to be allowed to leave Blood Moon. You will always be welcomed in our Pack,” Celeste said, hugging her. Luna Kiara seemed shocked and stiff at being hugged, but then relaxed and returned the hug. Alpha Troy beamed at her.
Alpha Nickolas arrived and after the introductions and pleasantries, we headed into the dining room. Once councilman Matthias
arrived, we sat down to eat.
Nothing in the food tonight had apples – Atlas mentioned.
Yeah, weird. Must be something in her make up?
I wondered.
Must be. Smells nice with her honey and strawberry scent. We should ask her to wear it more often – He said, wagging his tail. It was true. The combination of her honey and strawberries scent with that touch of winters night combined with crisp apple was
amazing.
‘Are you OK?’ Celeste mind linked me, ‘Councilman Matthias asked you a question.’
“Sorry Councilman, I didn’t catch your question. Can you repeat it?” I asked.
“I was wondering if you wanted to meet today or tomorrow about that private matter you mentioned over the phone?”
“Oh yes, today if you’re not too tired from your trip. I don’t think I want to deal with unpleasantness tomorrow,” I said, and he
nodded. We were chatting amicably after dinner when another mind link interrupted
Alpha Markus, Alpha Geoff has arrived with his Luna, Beta and daughter. We have the daughter in our banned list. How would you
like me to proceed?’ I growled and the entire dining table looked at me startled.
I got up,”Please excuse me. I have to deal with an urgent matter. Celeste, would you please join me for a minute?” I said, trying not
to alarm everyone. Gillian c****d a questioning eyebrow at me, and I shook my head slightly.
We headed out of the dining room and I pulled out my phone. “I have to make a call but I need to know what you want to do before I
do,” I said, not wanting to actually say the words as I know this will ruin her night.
“What’s the matter?” she said.
“Alpha Geoff, his Luna, Beta and Sandra have shown up unannounced. We had specifically told them they were to come for the ceremony only so that they could be put in front of the council when we presented our proof. I am not sure why they are here early. How would you like me to handle this?”
She sighed. “Of course they would. Alpha Geoff likes to challenge orders as he believes to be above them.” She thought for a second.
“I think we should consult with Maya as she was just as abused by them as I was, but I would imagine we just put them in one of the
empty guests suites. If we kick them out now, they might head back and take it out on the girls and they won’t be here to face the
council. I will link Maya, then you can make your call.” I nodded to her.
Maya came out shortly after. I was surprised that Danny hadn’t followed. “Danny didn’t want to alarm the guests, I told him I’d just let
him know what was happening,” she explained.
“Maya, we are going to have to host Alpha Geoff, Luna Luisa, Beta Trevor and Sandra. Will you be OK with them here?” Maya paled
slightly at the mention of the Beta, then she composed herself.
“Of course. I will be OK Celeste. As long as they don’t try anything,” she said, and then her eyes sparkled mischievously. “You know
Luna, while we have space to accommodate the Alpha and Luna, we don’t have any additional guest rooms. We will need to place Sandra
and Beta Trevor in the staff suites. The ones by the bathroom.”
Celeste and I laughed. “Danny has corrupted you. I do love that idea though.” I dialed the gate booth line. “Let me speak with Alpha
Geoff,” I said.
“Alpha Markus,” I heard the oaf grunt.
“Alpha Geoff, I’m surprised you arrived so early.”
“Yes, well my Luna doesn’t like traveling so close to a party. You know how women are. We decided to get here early. Perhaps catch
up with our old pack members. Make sure they are being treated right,” he said mockingly. My eyes flashed black as Altas tried to take
control.
“Well, I wish you would have checked with us first. I’m afraid Maya and Celeste will be quite busy with details tomorrow. It could have
saved you a trip.”
“No matter, we are here. Will you host us or should we find a hotel and hope there are vacancies?” He growled.
“Well, that’s the thing. We have a room for you and Luna Luisa, but we have all the other guest suites prepared for other Alpha’s and
their company that already RSVP’d. I’m afraid we will only be able to settle your Beta and daughter in two of the staff rooms we can make
available,” I said casually.
“You expect my daughter to sleep in the staff’s quarters?” He screamed.
“I’m afraid that is all we have. If you’re uncomfortable with that, we can always call the local inn to see if they could find you a room
and before you say anything, please remember we had agreed that your daughter was not to come into my pack grounds. We’re doing
this as a courtesy as tomorrow is the Harvest Full Moon and there will be many people coming. She has a chance to find her mate and
Celeste insisted she be given a chance to be as happy as we are,” I winked as Celeste who tried not to giggle.
“Fine, tell your guard to let us in,” he growled and handed the phone over.
“Let them in.” I said.
I cut off the phone and sighed. I led the girls back into the dining room. “Pardon my absence. Alpha Geoff decided to arrive early and I needed the Luna and our Gamma Female to help deal with the accommodations for the surprise arrival,” I told them. Gillian’s jaw
dropped.
“Well, I believe that’s my cue to retire to our room,” Alpha Troy said, “Luna Kiara is uncomfortable around the Alpha and Luna.” He
led an apologetic Luna out of the dining room.
“Don’t apologize, Luna Kiara, no one could relate to those feelings more than those of us in this room. Please let me know if we can do anything to make your stay better,” Celeste said, with a hug to the Luna to try to comfort her.
“I believe we will also excuse ourselves,” Alpha Nickolas stated.
“Alpha Markus, can I wait for you in your office while you deal with the Alpha? I am having quite the lovely evening. I prefer not to
have it ruined,” he said.
“Of course. Kelly, would you please show him to our conference room? My office is currently undergoing some renovations.” Kelly led
the councilman away.
I turned to my friends now. “Well, let’s get this unpleasantness out of the way,” I said, and I took Celeste’s hand in my own.